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Dr. Gary Schwartz, MD

Dr. Gary Schwartz, MD

Ophthalmology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Gary Schwartz, MD is an ophthalmologist in Stillwater, MN and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine in 1991. He is affiliated with medical facilities Lakeview Hospital and M Health Fairview University of MN. He is accepting new patients.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (18 reviews)

Practice

2950 Curve Crest Blvd W Stillwater, MN 55082
(651) 275-3000

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Schwartz specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Schwartz's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Schwartz

4.9

18 ratings, 13 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 22, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jim – Oct 08, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 17, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Eileen McCormack – Jan 15, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Nov 14, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 16, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Sonja Monner – Oct 16, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Karen – Sep 12, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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David J Lee – Sep 08, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Jun 13, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Curt MacKenzie – May 30, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Don J Schuld – Mar 18, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 17, 2020
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About Me

biography

Dr. Gary Schwartz, MD is an ophthalmologist in Stillwater, MN and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine in 1991. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read more

  • Ophthalmology

  • Cornea & Refractive Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Mn

    Residency Hospital, 1995

  • Salem Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1992

  • Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Associated Eye Care Optical LLC2950 Curve Crest Blvd W Stillwater, MN 55082
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 7:30am - 4:30pm
    • Tue: 7:30am - 4:30pm
    • Wed: 7:30am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 7:30am - 5:30pm
    • Fri: 7:30am - 4:30pm
    • Sat: 7:30am - 11:30am
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Practice

Unavail1500 Curve Crest Blvd W Stillwater, MN 55082
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Practice

Associated Eye Care Optical LLC1719 Tower Dr W # 100 Stillwater, MN 55082
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Lakeview Hospital

    927 Churchill St W
    Stillwater, MN 55082
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    86%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    8% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • M Health Fairview University of MN

    2450 Riverside Ave
    Minneapolis, MN 55454
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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